Sales Manager Italy - Paper Bags (Domestic Market)

Your Mission

• Management and development of the domestic market for the Paper Bags business segment, with a focus on value-added solutions for industrial clients.
• Responsible for scouting new clients (approximately 50% of the time) and managing an existing client portfolio (approximately 50% of the time), ensuring sustainable growth and client loyalty.
• Coordination and motivation of a team of 3 people, fostering professional development and achievement of objectives.
• Accurate and timely reporting on sales activities and domestic market performance, using CRM tools and monthly reports.
• Direct reporting to the Sales Director, collaborating on the definition of commercial strategies.
• Promotion of the adoption of sustainable products among both existing and new clients.
• Representation of the company at trade fairs and industry events, identifying new business opportunities.
• Active participation in training programmes on products, innovations, and sales tools.

Your Profile

• Degree (preferably in technical or economic disciplines).
• At least 10 years’ experience in the manufacturing sector, preferably paper, with at least 5 years as a people manager.
• Background in multinational environments, with adaptability and proven success both personally and as a team in complex settings.
• Native Italian speaker and fluent in English.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time within Italy.
• Analytical thinking, proactivity, agility, flexibility, big-picture vision, results and people orientation, excellent communication and leadership skills. [These are the transversal skills*; read below for a better understanding ↓]

Our Offer

• Placement in a dynamic and international environment.
• Permanent contract (NCBA Paper Industry).
• Full-time position with real opportunities for professional growth.
• Location: Tolentino (MC) or Romano di Lombardia (BG) or Gradisca d’Isonzo (GO), with operational flexibility.
• Expected start date: by Q1 2026.

Transversal Skills*

• Analytical thinking: ability to analyse data and complex situations to make informed decisions.
• Proactivity: aptitude for anticipating market and client needs, acting promptly.
• Agility and flexibility: rapid adaptation to changing scenarios and new challenges.
• Strategic vision: ability to see the bigger picture and guide the team towards long-term objectives.
• Results orientation: determination to achieve and exceed commercial targets.
• People orientation: attention to team development and well-being, fostering collaboration.
• Effective communication: skill in conveying information clearly, persuasively, and constructively, both internally and externally.
• Leadership: ability to lead, motivate, and develop the team, promoting a positive and growth-oriented work environment.

Get in touch:

We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. Should you need further information, please contact Barbara Dama via email.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.

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